Principal e-Note

Kennerly Elementary School

Good afternoon Kennerly Families,

Happy New Year! I hope this message finds you well and that your family enjoyed a wonderful winter break filled with relaxation, laughter, and special moments.

Winter break is getting an unexpected extension thanks to the winter storm! There will be no school tomorrow, Monday, January 6, 2024. We encourage everyone to stay safe and cozy while enjoying the snow and a bit of extra time for fun. Please keep an eye out for district communication regarding any updates for Tuesday.

When we return, we’re excited to dive back into learning and continue fostering a positive, engaging environment for our students to grow and thrive. Thank you for your continued partnership, and we can’t wait to see our students back in school later this week!

Key Reminders.....

Please ensure your child comes dressed appropriately for the winter season, as we will continue to enjoy outdoor recess at 20 degrees or higher
As always, our staff is here to support you and your child. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Winter Weather Update

If Lindbergh Schools closes due to inclement weather, we will communicate directly with families by text message, email and an automated phone message. Lindbergh Schools closure status is also available on local media, the district website, www.lindberghschools.ws, and our Facebook page,

www.facebook.com/LindberghECE. All LECE programs close with Lindbergh Schools.

Five snow days are built into the school year calendar. Families will not receive tuition credit for these days. If the district has additional snow days beyond the five built-in days, families will be credited tuition for those additional days.

When possible, the decision to close school is made by 10 p.m. the night before. However, if the decision cannot be made by 10 p.m., then a decision will be made between 5 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. the next morning. If the decision is made to cancel school, all families and staff will receive a phone call, text message and email notification.

Learn more about weather-related closures

Bowling for ALL! We'd love to see everyone there!

Upcoming Dates

Jan. 7th - School Resumes
Jan. 7th - Band Presentation (5th Grade Only)
Jan 19th - DOK Bowling at Concord Lane (1-3pm)
Jan. 20th - No School (Martin Luther King Day)
Jan. 31st - Bingo Night
Feb. 14th - Records Day

For a full list of dates, please click on the 2024-25 District Calendar, which is linked below.

2024-25 District Calendar

Standards-Based Learning Survey: Parents Grades 2-7

The 8th-12th Grade Standards-Based Learning Task Force, comprised of teachers, parents, students, and administrators, is exploring how standards-based learning could be implemented beyond 7th grade. This task force is studying high school grading models, reviewing current practices at Lindbergh High School, and gathering insights from district families whose students are currently using standards-based learning.

We are asking parents of students in grades 2-7 to complete this short survey. Your feedback is essential, and the information we collect will help the task force make an informed recommendation about the future of grading practices in grades 8-12. At this time, a timeline for implementation of any recommendations has not been established.

Please take a moment to complete the survey before Jan. 7, and help us better understand your experiences and perspectives. Thank you.

Parent Survey

Lindbergh Speaker Series: “Ready, Set, Kindergarten!” 6 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 14

How can you help your student get ready for kindergarten? Hear tips from Lindbergh teachers and learn what to expect during your child’s first year of elementary school during this fun, informative webinar!

We invite you to share this link with friends, neighbors and family who have incoming Lindbergh kindergarten students.

Ready, Set, Kindergarten! webinar link

Lindbergh Schools Board of Education Candidate Filing

Filing for the Lindbergh Schools Board of Education Election will open on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, at 8 a.m. and close on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, at 5 p.m. Two positions are available for three-year terms. The election date is April 8, 2025.

Learn More: Board of Education Candidate Filing Opens Dec. 10

Student Drop Off and Pick Route

Student Pick Drop Off & Pick Up:

If you are driving your child(ren) to school, please follow our parent drop off and pick up route. Please DO NOT park on Sunset Drive to pick up or drop off students. Thanks for help!

Students should not arrive at school before 8:25am
Please practice caution and put cell phones away during student drop off and pick up
Please put your car in park when students are loading and unloading
Please have students enter and exit on the passenger side
Parents/guardians please remain in your car
When on Kennerly Road and waiting to enter the school's parking lot, please put on your hazard/flasher light to alert on coming drivers. Thanks.

Please be sure your child knows how they are getting home from school. Safety is our top priority and we want to make sure morning arrival/dismissal goes smoothly.

Kennerly PTP Information

Kennerly PTP on Instagram

PTP Board (our parent portal and PTP website)

Please be sure to visit Kennerly's PTP Parent Portal for news, updates, and important details of what's happening in our community.

HOW TO EARN CASH FOR KENNLY! BOX TOPS MAKES IT EASY!

All you need is your phone! Download the Box Tops app, shop as you normally would, then use the app to scan your store receipt within 14 days of purchase.

Background Check Needed to Supervise a group of students on a Field Trip

In order to supervise/work with a group of students with limit teacher supervision a background check is needed. Please see the below attachment of the step by step process. Thanks for your help.

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